Popcorn & Stucco Ceiling Removal in Durham & GTA
Popcorn and stucco ceilings can make your home feel dated, darker, and harder to maintain. At Scott’s English Painting, we specialize in safe, dust-controlled popcorn ceiling removal, delivering smooth, modern ceilings with minimal disruption to your home. From careful preparation to final finishing, we handle the entire process cleanly, professionally, and with clear upfront pricing,
so you can enjoy a smooth, modern ceiling without the mess or stress.
Trusted by homeowners across Durham Region & the GTA
Fully insured | Clean & professional | Clear upfront pricing
Our popcorn Ceiling Removal process
1. Carefully protect all your floors, furniture, vents, and fixtures
4. Apply multiple skim coats for a perfectly smooth finish
2. Safely remove old popcorn or stucco texture
5. Sand, prime, and prepare the ceiling for painting
3. Repair cracks, dents, or loose drywall tape
6. Thorough clean-up so your home is left neat and dust-free
Every step is completed with care, attention to detail, and respect for your home.
 Full dust protection and floor covering |  Room fully protected before work begins |  Popcorn ceiling texture |
|---|---|---|
 Popcorn ceiling removed and refinished |  Clean, finished room with furniture replaced |  Smooth, clean modern ceiling. |
GTA & Durham
Typical Project Pricing
*Pricing may vary due to: Some ceilings take more time or care than others. Painted popcorn, high ceilings, downtown condo access, or ceilings needing repairs can raise the overall cost. We always provide clear, upfront pricing.
Condo (300–500 sq. ft.):
$1,500–$5,000+
Main floor of a home:
$4,000–$10,000+
Full home (1,200–1,800 sq. ft.):$6,000–$15,000+
Every project is different, Final pricing is based on ceiling conditions, access, height and required repairs.
Level 4 & Level 5 Finishes
Understanding Level 4 & Level 5 Finishes
When it comes to achieving a smooth, beautiful painted surface, the level of drywall finish plays an important role in the final result. Here’s a friendly, easy-to-understand explanation your customers will appreciate:
Level 4 Finish
Standard Professional Finish
A Level 4 finish is the standard for most homes. It includes taping, mudding, multiple coats of compound, sanding, and preparing the surface for paint. This level looks great under most lighting conditions and works well with eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss paints.
Level 5 Finish
Premium Luxury Finish
A Level 5 finish includes everything in Level 4, PLUS a full skim coat applied across the entire surface. This creates the smoothest, most flawless finish possible. It’s ideal for rooms with strong lighting, large windows, or flat/matte paints that tend to show imperfections.
Level 5 costs more because it requires:
• Additional labour for the skim coat
• More material
• More sanding and surface prep
• Extra time to ensure a perfect finish
Tip: Most homeowners choose Level 4 for standard repaints, while Level 5 is recommended for ceilings, high-end projects, bright spaces, or when the smoothest result is desired.
Why this upgrade adds value to your home.
Today's homeowners want spaces that feel fresh, modern, and truly finished.
The great news is that this service can help increase the appeal and overall market value of your home in a friendly, natural way—without needing major renovations.
This upgrade improves how your home feels today - and how it's valued long term.
